Double Choc Orange Cupcakes

There’s nothing I love more than the smell of summer. It may be the final day of winter here in Melbourne – but I have been waiting eagerly for the warmer season to be upon us (thanks to small teases of sunshine in the city) and wanted to express my excitement with a fruity twist to a delicious little treat.

These gorgeous cupcakes not only provide a double chocolate hit, but also a hint of fresh orange zest to remind you of the sunnier season. I used vegan chocolate chips (available at Coles) throughout the mixture; however dark chocolate chips also work. Decorate with multi-coloured accessories for a true summer treat and enjoy!

INGREDIENTS
2 cups Whole-grain flour or flour of choice

½ cup Vegan Chocolate Chips

3 tbls cacao

1 tbls Natvia

3 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla essence

¾ cup almond milk

¾ cup rice malt syrup

1 large orange for

¼ cup orange juice

3 tbs orange zest

METHOD

Preheat oven to 170°C and place each cupcake baking cup in muffin pan

In a large bowl mix the flour with baking powder, baking soda, cacao and Natvia.